Summer Reception at the House of Lords on Monday, 22nd June

Presentation of Educational Awards on Friday, 20th November

ATS Christmas lunch in December (Date to be confirmed)

Arts of the Supernatural in the Shan states and Lan Na by Dr. Susan Conway, lecturer at SOAS, University of London

Thursday, 21st May at Suda Restaurant, Covent Garden, London

Dr Susan Conway is a Research Associate at the School of Oriental and African Studies and was previously Adjunct Professor at Parsons, New School University, New York. Within the context of Tai cosmology and numerology, Theravada Buddhism and spirit religion, Dr Conway examines how good and bad spirits are represented in figurative illustrations and how mystical diagrams and spells are formulated to bring good luck and protection or cause bad luck. Using her field notes and photographs Susan Conway provides a colourful picture of the people who create magic and explains how mystic remedies are prescribed and the rituals involved. Her talk is based on her new, superbly illustrated book ‘Tai Magic’ which introduces manuscripts, textiles and talismans associated with the supernatural.

Wednesday, 18th March

Following a request from many members, we have arranged a Spring Reception which will take place in the convivial surroundings of the Oriental Club (Tel: 020 7629 5126). This is located in Stratford House, at the far end of Stratford Place, which leads off Oxford Street (North side), immediately opposite Bond Street underground station.

The event will provide an opportunity for you to meet members of the Committee, to hear about events planned for 2015, and also details of the visit to Thailand and Laos planned for February 2016. We are always keen to have an input from members about events they would like to have in future, and this will provide an informal atmosphere in which to make suggestions.

The cost of the Reception, to include drinks and a light buffet, is £25 for Members, £30 for Guests and £20 for Junior Members and members of Samaggi Samagom. NO TICKETS WILL BE ISSUED. Entry will be restricted to Members and their nominated Guests.

It is always enjoyable to meet young Thais at these events, and any member who might wish to sponsor one to attend can do so on the form below, which can be downloaded.

Please note that Gentlemen should wear a jacket and tie, and the Club has a strict rule that mobile telephones must be switched off. Cameras may only be used in the room of the Reception.

Please complete the application form which can be downloaded below, and return to: